Lewis County legislators agree to allow three-day ATV pass

LOWVILLE  Lewis County legislators agreed Tuesday to amend the all-terrain vehicle permit law to allow the creation of a three-day pass for use on the countys ATV trail system.

Anne L. Merrill, executive director of the Lewis County Chamber of Commerce, said the chamber receives about a dozen calls each year requesting an alternative to the $65 full pass that extends from May until the Tuesday after Columbus Day.

These are people from out of the area that have never ridden here and want to try it, she said. Unfortunately, they didnt want to spend the money for the full permit and opted not to come.

The new passes will be good for three consecutive days, including the date of purchase.

Mrs. Merrill said she believes the three-day pass also may be useful for locals who normally dont ride the system, but might buy one now for special occasions, such as friends visiting from out of town.

I think well see an increase in revenue, Jacqueline L. Mahoney, Lewis County recreational trails coordinator, said when asked if the change may encourage riders to buy the three-day pass instead of the full permit.

The three-day pass makes sense for individuals coming to the county for special events, such as poker runs or long weekends, she said.

A public hearing on the law has been set for 5 p.m. April 1 in the legislative chambers at the Lewis County Courthouse, 7660 N. State St.

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